Fram No. 18L
Re-entered 29 Jun 1981Fram No. 18L (NORAD 12517, COSPAR 1981-055A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jun 1981, launched on 16 Jun 1981 on the Fram mission. It was operated by PRIR as part of the Fram programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Fram bus, with a mass of 2,455 kg. Like most satellites in low orbits, it was gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until re-entry. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to Fram No. 18L?
Fram No. 18L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jun 1981, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1981. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Fram No. 18L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 18L re-entered on 29 Jun 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 18L?
Fram No. 18L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).